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  Seven species of ants cause problems for homeowners in Canada. Most don’t become pests until they get inside your home and are trailing across your countertop.    Fortunately, you can manage the ant populations around the outside of your home to prevent them from finding their way indoors, say...

We recently heard a busy homeowner was “surprised” by a major carpenter ant infestation. The ants had built a massive nest in the second-storey subfloor. They were tunnelling through wood timbers, weakening the structural integrity of the home. How’d the ants get there? It all started outdoors with a faulty...

During cold weather, carpenter ants typically enter a state of dormancy. But if you have a nest in your home, mild temperatures (hello, global warming!) and even warmth from central heating can “awaken” them. You’ll see the ants walking around, moving a bit slow. And you’ll likely find them near...

  Doing DIY ant control? Here’s a tip: Carpenter ants like different kinds of food at different times of the year. This means the ‘food’ – or insecticide bait – that you set out to kill them might not work. If carpenter ants are ignoring the bait, it’s probably time to switch...

  It’s okay to worry about finding ants in the house. Some, like carpenter ants, can seriously damage your home. They tunnel through wood timbers, weakening the structure.   Other ants are an unpleasant nuisance. They may appear suddenly in great numbers, trailing across countertops and contaminating your food.   Should...

  When unwanted bugs, mice or rats invade your home, you want to know – Where can I get pest control products near me?   Sure, you can head to the nearest big box store. But there, you’re pretty much on your own to choose the best products and approach...

To Get Rid of Bugs and Rodents, follow this #1 Rule   People often ask Pest HQ experts if it’s really possible to get rid of bugs and rodents on their own. The answer: ABSOLUTELY! Unfortunately, many people don’t follow the #1 rule of successful DIY pest control: KNOW YOUR PEST....

  When to throw in the towel!    Let’s face it, there are going to be situations that arise that you’re gonna need a Pro.  A Pest Control Operator, or PCO as they’re often called in the industry.  We all remember the term “exterminator” but nowadays they do a lot...